The Gambia Quiz Part 2: The Smiling Coast, Kora Music, and River Journeys

How well do you know The Gambia? Part 2

Test your knowledge of The Gambia with these 10 new questions. Choose the best answer for each question and see your score at the end!

• 1. What is the name of the archipelago of islands in the Gambia River, a UNESCO World Heritage site?

  • (A) Kunta Kinteh Island and Related Sites
  • (B) Bijagos Archipelago
  • (C) Bazaruto Archipelago
  • (D) Lamu Archipelago

• 2. What is a "kora"?

  • (A) A traditional 21-string lute-bridge-harp
  • (B) A type of food
  • (C) A traditional dance
  • (D) A piece of clothing

• 3. Who was the first president of The Gambia?

  • (A) Yahya Jammeh
  • (B) Dawda Jawara
  • (C) Adama Barrow
  • (D) Léopold Sédar Senghor

• 4. What is a common feature of Gambian music?

  • (A) The use of the sabar drum
  • (B) Electronic beats
  • (C) A slow tempo
  • (D) A lack of vocals

• 5. What is a major environmental issue in The Gambia?

  • (A) Air pollution
  • (B) Coastal erosion
  • (C) Water scarcity
  • (D) Desertification

• 6. What is the name of the national park on the north bank of the Gambia River?

  • (A) Niumi National Park
  • (B) Kiang West National Park
  • (C) River Gambia National Park
  • (D) Saloum Delta National Park

• 7. What is a common characteristic of the communication style in The Gambia?

  • (A) Very direct and blunt
  • (B) Polite and indirect
  • (C) Loud and boisterous
  • (D) Using few gestures

• 8. What is the most popular sport in The Gambia?

  • (A) Basketball
  • (B) Wrestling
  • (C) Football (Soccer)
  • (D) Athletics

• 9. What is a "boubou"?

  • (A) A type of hat
  • (B) A traditional flowing robe
  • (C) A musical instrument
  • (D) A spicy sauce

• 10. What is a staple drink in The Gambia?

  • (A) Coffee
  • (B) Attaya, a strong and sweet green tea
  • (C) Hibiscus tea
  • (D) Palm wine